A Day Of Seasonal Friendship And Fun At Plymouth Oddfellows
In the final meeting before Christmas, members of Pride of the West with St. Andrew’s Oddfellows Lodge met at St Budeaux Hall for a meeting chaired by Noble Grand, Sis. Brenda who opened the meeting by warmly welcoming the visiting Provincial Grand Master, Sis. Tina.
The agenda then moved on to agree dates for 2025 and to consider the welfare of members in need.
New arrangements for dental grant applications were discussed which took into account the increasing number of members on annual dental schemes and the Secretary, Bro. Pete outlined the new procedures for claims as well as updating members on the other benefits and support available.
Charitable giving was dealt with and all were heartened to see recent media coverage of the presentation made to one deserving local charitable cause, Help for Homeless, Plymouth.
A fine spread of refreshments included Christmas cake, mince pies and clotted cream, chocolate biscuits and fresh fruit which was enjoyed and the morning closed with a glass of port and a toast to friendship.
Lunch was a very sociable occasion indeed and the afternoon session included a Christmas quiz and puzzle, a book giveaway and take home puzzle sheets to be tackled over the Christmas holidays, and of course, teas, coffees and more mince pies and cream!
The Plymouth Oddfellows are next set to gather to enjoy a special celebratory Christmas lunch at Boringdon Park Golf Club.
Plymouth and Truro District Oddfellows is part of one of the UK’s oldest and largest friendly societies and always welcomes new members of all ages and genders. It aims to improve people’s lives through friendship and support.
As well as social events, Oddfellows members can access a wide range of benefits, including care and welfare support and a travel club. There are also opportunities to volunteer and play a part in fundraising initiatives.
To receive a free information pack and a diary of Plymouth and Truro District Oddfellows upcoming events contact Peter on peter.english@oddfellows.co.uk, by phone on 01209 200810 or by post to The Oddfellows Hall, 49 Green Lane, Redruth TR15 1LL.
The Oddfellows website is at: https://www.oddfellows.co.uk/ where there is a wealth of information about the society and the support it offers its members.
